Title: Shimaya Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Shimaya Mountain retreat near Shiga Kogen Ski Area offers natural hot springs for relaxation, creating a peaceful escape in serene surroundings ## Photo gallery for Shimaya ![Hot springs - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/674e6fcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/5c052597.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hot springs - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/3e44ed0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/25e094cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/119cc05c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Shimaya welcomes travelers with its indoor mineral hot spring and 24/7 public bath. Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace after a full breakfast. The property offers high-speed WiFi, and the attentive staff consistently earns positive reviews from visitors. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry room - Housekeeping £132 28 Feb - 1 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 10 tatami size)) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/119cc05c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 10 tatami size)) 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Cable channels In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet ![Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/d0030636.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bath and shower Toilet with electronic bidet Cable channels In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/119cc05c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size) 8.0 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Cable channels In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 10 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/119cc05c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 10 tatami size) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Cable channels In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/c2460375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size) ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Cable channels In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/c2460375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size) ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Cable channels In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/c2460375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size) ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Cable channels In-room safe - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Shimaya.h11041512.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Shimaya.h11041512.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Yamanouchi is home to Shimaya. Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Mount Yokote. Don't miss out on a visit to Jigokudani Monkey Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. [Visit our Yamanouchi travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yamanouchi.dx6126721) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.73929%2C138.41986&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kPMQpaPUe37xgrKOL7sVOKspnoU=) Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401 ### What's nearby - ![0_214671247](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664369/ee3e97ad-3ec8-4b85-a45a-c576edc2aa03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shibu 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Heiwakannon which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635492167922/2bf093f1-874d-43e4-b523-8f2c1f537060.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Heiwakannon 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Shiga Kogen Ski Area featuring snow skiing, landscape views and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103752/d03cccdb-022b-4642-8bb8-ba00667efbdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shiga Kogen Ski Area 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Yudanaka Hot Spring 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Nishimiya Shrine 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Yudanaka Station 7 min walk - Kaesa Station 25 min drive ### Restaurants - 味処 みかさ 6 min walk - HAKKO BEER STAND 6 min walk - やまブイブイ 5 min walk - 中華料理 栄楽 8 min walk - 串道楽 5 min walk ## About this property ### Shimaya Ryokan near Yudanaka Hot Spring Located close to Shibu and Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shimaya provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and hot springs on-site - Luggage storage, karaoke and a front desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Shimaya include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free area shuttle - Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,600 for adults and JPY 1,600 for children ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Hot springs - Karaoke ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Free area shuttle - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Spa - 24-hour public bath - Hot springs - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private or shared bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Mini-fridge ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Free daily newspapers - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 1600 for adults and from JPY 1600 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Shimaya Inn Yamanouchi Shimaya Inn Shimaya Yamanouchi Shimaya Shimaya Ryokan Hotel Yamanouchi-Machi Shimaya Ryokan Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture Shimaya Ryokan Shimaya Yamanouchi Shimaya Ryokan Yamanouchi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shimaya pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Shimaya? ### How much is parking at Shimaya? ### What time is check-in at Shimaya? ### What time is check-out at Shimaya? ### Where is Shimaya located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Shimaya Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 150 8 - Good 60 6 - Okay 16 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay with very friendly staff, the offer free transport to the monkey park and the onsen are great. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### gregory 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room, comfortable, simple breakfast And good location. It is exactly as described. ##### gregory Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yik Han 29 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cozy place that’s conveniently accessible to Yudanaka station. There’s a convenience store (Lawson) located right outside the train station and on the way to Shimaya. The couple who owns the place is very friendly, often greeting guests at the common area throughout the day. Room is spacious enough for 2, including much space for airing snowboarding attire. Comes with hot water that is replaced everyday, as well as green tea powder if you wish to make your own. Washroom and bathroom are clean. Overall a very pleasant experience, would highly recommend to anyone visiting Nagano and/or snowboarding at Shiga Kogen. ##### Yik Han Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful ryokan operated by a friendly couple - they went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable by letting us borrow boots for the snow and driving us up to the Snow Monkey park. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cozy Stay, Lovely Hosts Adorable, family owned place with big (for Japan) traditional rooms. The owners are extremely friendly and even drove us to the monkey park. The onsen is clean and very nice. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was a great experience staying there. Simple down to earth accommodation with friendly staff and owner. We had a great time there and location is good with nearby restaurants. Good option if you are seeking a clean and comfortable stay with basic amenities. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rolando 18 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff managing the hotel are warm & very helpful. ##### Rolando Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### greg 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Superb host offered great advice and dropped us off at the entrance to snow monkeys. Room was great traditional room. Ideal location if going to snow monkeys easy walk from the train station ##### greg Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort charming - excellent service from hosts. as others have mentioned, they gave us a ride up to the monkey park, & to train station upon our departure, for which we were so grateful after a week’s trekking. as vegetarians, we were also super happy with the breakfast offerings. such sweet people, would stay again ##### Kathleen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristina 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We highly recommended a stay at Shimaya Ryokan for anyone visiting Yudanaka. The location, cleanliness & attention to detail were outstanding and host/owner Mr Yamuto (apologies if name is spelt incorrectly) went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and that all our needs were met… even driving us to Snow Monkey Park and providing us with maps for the next leg of our trip. A very positive and memorable experience. ##### Kristina Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We were treated extremely well by everyone at Shimaya. They went above and beyond to ensure that our travel plans worked out. Amazing customer service from very kind people! ##### Brandon Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellinor 8 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Spacious, clean room with a great view. Very friendly and helpful host. ##### Ellinor Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Molly 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property and surrounding areas were beautiful covered in snow during our Winter visit. The hotel provided boots so we could easily get around in the snow. The man who was at the front desk during our stay was knowledgeable of the area and kind. We had two rooms and both were clean and comfortable throughout our stay. ##### Molly Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quaint century old multi-generational run family onsen. Feels like visiting a friend. The hosts are warm and so hospitable, provide local info and recommendations. Breakfast is not to be missed, the player piano, and jute box memorabilia set against a nice spread with local fruit, in addition to a modest western style offerings. A modest stay on a trip to see the macaques. ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff were amazingly friendly and helpful. Absolutely made our stay feel like we were guests in their own home. The building is older and a bit worn but this adds to the experience of staying at a traditional guest house. It feels like it has a very rich history of welcoming guests. The house was spotless and immaculately kept. Our hosts generously offered to drive us to the monkey park gate nearby The monkey park experience was like no other! An absolute highlight of our family’s trip to Japan. ##### Ryan Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon 11 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The owner was so nice! We came a couple hours late, past check in, but he still checked us in and gave us a bunch of good info. The next morning, he lent us winter boots to walk around the muddy snow monkey paths. The room itself had a nice atmosphere and view. ##### Simon Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iwan 15 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A Lovely Stay Would highly recommend this traditional hotel for anyone travelling to Yudanaka. We were made to feel very welcome by the friendly host. Public onsens are on site. However, a private onsen is available for a small fee, which is well worth it! A complimentary lift to the snow monkey park the following morning was much appreciated. ##### Iwan Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paige 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing stay at Shimaya. The owners, as mentioned in other reviews are outstanding. Gave us a ride to the Snow Monkeys and were very helpful. The breakfast (¥700) was simple and quick - toast, fruit, yoghurt, coffee and juice! Onsen was clean and great. We were on the fourth floor and the views were unreal. Will for sure be returning in the winter! ##### Paige Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John-Ross 14 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Shimaya is a traditional inn with comfortable futons on tatami flooring. Nicely hot onsen, unique deep soaking bath in the room. Owners are lovely and it was extremely useful to be driven to the monkey park in time for it opening. That's a taxi fare of about 2000 yen so a generous honour provided by the owners. Great location ##### John-Ross ### 10/10 Excellent #### MATTHEW 20 May 2024 Liked: Amenities The owner is the most attentive and accommodating man! Made sure we hade all we need, know where to go, even inquired as to where we were going…to make sure our experience was great. Hotel is older but in great shape. The free/24-7 in house onsen was hot as heck! Varied day by day of course depending on what is being cooked up underground! Very clean. ##### MATTHEW Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miriam 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved staying at Shimaya. The family run ryokan is clean and has only a few rooms. This meant that it was easy to book the private hotel onsen as a family and, later, my daughter and I had the larger women's hotel onsen to ourselves. The family was very helpful and kind, even driving our family to Snow Monkey Park, offering to drive us back, and suggesting a walking route back for exploring Shibu Onsen. They also provided various sized boots that allowed me, my husband, and our 10 year old daughter to have sturdy boots for the walk along the snowy and muddy path up to Snow Monkey Park. Our room was a perfect size for our family of three, including an enclosed balcony with a nice view of the mountains. It was also located a short walk from the train. While the ryokan only offered breakfast (which was great), there were many restaurants in Shibu Onsen and Yudanaka within walking distance. We had a wonderful time and will definitely return if we are able. ##### Miriam Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jason 2 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Snow monkey ryokan It was a decent comfy plac. large bedroom. Friendly helpful staff. The owner even gives people rides to Snow Monkey Park and to the train station! My only disappointment was the picture from their listing showed a large beautiful outdoor onsen with a view, and come to find out that Onsen is not on the property -- it's located ten minutes drive away and closed for winter. That picture was the main reason I picked this hotel, and wanted to show my partner, so we didn't get that nice luxury experience. Oh well. It was decent besides that, and the town is cute and has many onsen! ##### Jason Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sharon 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities This hotel is 6-8 minutes walk from train station at gentle uphill. With a few days notice, you can arrange shuttle pick up. We did not. We stayed two nights in room 402\. Room is large and clean with safe and fridge. It has a sitting area and small balcony. Traditional Japanese style room. Note hotel is very old and dated but after initial surprise, we grew to really like it. No elevator. Onsite onsen is very nice. They even have a small private one. Shuttle will drop you at monkey park entrance. We saw lots of monkeys and had at great dinner at Gion restaurant by the train station. In the summer the town is very quiet. Note you cannot visit most of the onsens in Shibu unless you’re staying right in the Shibu town and this hotel is a short walk away in neighboring town. For us the hotel’s onsen was just fine. Simple, affordable breakfast was offered. Would stay again ##### Sharon Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very quiet and relaxing Ryokan in Yamanouchi Onsen Town. I think I was the only person staying here at the time. I had the Onsen all to myself for the night I was there and I wish I had booked one extra night because the Onsen was very relaxing. The staff/owners are super sweet and wonderful people. They even offered me a ride up to the snow monkey park entrance when I arrived. The rooms have an excellent view of the mountains. Hot water and tea cups are waiting in your room when you arrive. The thermos' last a long time because I still had hot water in the morning for a tea on the balcony to watch the sunrise. Breakfast is basic continental. The fruits were super delicious and the bread for toast was fresh baked. The mattress was comfy and cozy, I fell asleep within minutes of laying down. Highly recommend staying here for a night or two if you're looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway in a cute mountain town. ##### Jordan Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Holly 1 Jan 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We stayed 1 night at Shimaya with my family in a Japanese style room. The hotel picked us up from the train station and also gave us a ride to the Snow Monkey Park the next day. The room was comfortable, but old and the washroom had a terrible smell. I could not find the toilet until I asked a fellow guest who said it was out on the balcony. We also had trouble finding the private onsen and couldn’t find anyone who spoke English, so gave up on that. The breakfast was just ok with boiled eggs, toast and cereal. Overall it was a bit disappointing as I was looking forward to the onsen. 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